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Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding the Essential Role of Uroporphyrinogen Decarboxylase in Heme Synthesis and its Link to Porphyria

reaction 4 of heme synthesis location: cytosolenzyme: uroporphyrinogen III synthasecyclization of linear tetrapyrrole into uroporphyrinogen III which is an asymmetric ring The fourth reaction in heme synthesis...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding the Crucial Role of Reactions 5 and 6 in Heme Synthesis: From PBG to HMB

reactions 5 and 6 of heme synthesis location: mitochondriaform methyl and vinyl side chains and alter saturation of ring constituents, ending with protoporphyrin IX. Heme synthesis is...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biochemistry

Heme Synthesis: The Vital Role of Ferrochelatase in Inserting Iron for Essential Protein Function

last reaction of heme synthesis ferrochelatase (enzyme) chelates ferrous iron into protoporphyrin IX to form heme. Occurs in mitochondria The final step in the heme synthesis pathway...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biochemistry

The Ins and Outs of Heme Synthesis: A Comprehensive Overview of the Complex Pathway and its Regulation

all steps of heme synthesis -delta aminolevulinate synthase (ALAS) catalyzes condensation reaction between succinyl CoA and glycine to form delta aminolevulinate (ALA), gives of CoA and CO2-porphobilinogen...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP) and Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria (CEP): Symptoms and Treatment

problems with heme synthesis pathway. There are two types: acute intermittent and congenital erythropoietic. They are caused by enzyme deficiencies porphyrias Heme synthesis is a complex pathway...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

7 crucial risk factors for developing colorectal cancer: A comprehensive guide

Risk factors for colorectal cancer Diet: high in red and processed meatTobacco and AlcoholGenetics: single relative doubles riskCo-morbidities: UC, Crohn’s, disease, obesity, and diabetesSocioeconomic status: 30% differenceAge:...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Screening for Colorectal Cancer in Average Risk Patients: Guidelines and Recommended Tests

Criteria for an avg risk CRC patient No fhx of advanced polyps of CRCNo personal history of colon cancer, IBD, or radiation to the abdomenNo personal or...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

A Guide to Colorectal Cancer Screening: Recommendations for Different Age Groups and Risk Levels.

Screening recommendation for average risk CRC patient 50-75, 45-49, 76-85 50-75: A45-49: B76-85: C For average-risk individuals aged 50-75 years old, the American Cancer Society recommends regular...